BSM Liquid Cargo Training Courses

LIQUID CARGO
TRAINING COURSES
CONTENTS 14 BSM BASIC LNG CARGO
OPERATIONS
04 BASIC LIQUIFIED GAS

TANKER OPERATIONS (STCW)
16 BSM MANAGEMENT OF LNG
CARGO OPERATIONS
06 ADVANCED LIQUIFIED GAS

18 BSM MANAGEMENT OF
NON-STANDARD LNG CARGO OPERATIONS
08 LIQUIFIED CARGO
OPERATIONS (LICOS) LNG
20 BASIC TRAINING FOR SERVICE
ON SHIPS SUBJECT TO THE IGF CODE
(STCW)
10
22
LIQUIFIED CARGO
OPERATIONS (LICOS) LPG ADVANCED TRAINING FOR
SERVICE ON SHIPS SUBJECT TO THE IGF
12
CODE (STCW)
LNG TANKER OPERATIONS
MANAGEMENT LEVEL SIGTTO (LICOS)
BASIC LIQUIFIED GAS
4
Target audience: This course is aimed at Officers and Ratings assigned to specific duties and responsibilities related to cargo or
cargo equipment on a Liquefied Natural Gas Tanker and is a mandatory requirement under STCW Regulation
V/1-2.
• Identify types of gas carriers and their general arrangement

Course content:
• Understand properties and characteristics of gases
• Identify piping systems and cargo handling equipment
• Apply care of cargo when loading, unloading or during transit
• Carry out tank cleaning, purging, gas freeing and inerting
• Understand and prevent hazards including electrostatic charge and use of the emergency
shutdown system (ESD)
• Respond to emergencies
Entry standards: Serving Officer or Rating on a Liquified Gas Tanker, some Maritime Administrations may specify an additional
requirement to have served or serve at least three months of approved sea going service on a Liquified Gas Tanker.
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Simulator – G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (ME-GI, DFDE and
Steam Turbine models)
Teaching methods: Classroom lecture, videos, various examples, simulated cargo exercises
Guidelines: STCW Table A-V/1-2-1, The ISM Code, IMO Model Course 1.04
Course duration: 5 days
Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessments
Certification: Attendance certificate upon successful completion of assessments
Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus
BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

Address: Siafi Str. 7, 3042 Limassol, Cyprus | Phone: +357 25 817 807 | Email: cy-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
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ADVANCED LIQUIFIED GAS
6
Target audience: This course is aimed at Senior Officers (Deck and Engineering) and personnel with immediate responsibility for the
loading, discharging, care in transit, handling of cargo, tank cleaning and cargo related operations. The course is a
mandatory requirement under STCW Regulation V/1-2.
Course content: • Gas Tanker design, systems and equipment

• Managing loading and discharging operations including inerting and use of nitrogen
• Understanding cargo pumps and pumping arrangements
• Handling cargo in transit
• Identification of cargo tank level gauging systems
• Monitoring of tank pressure, control systems and maintaining the correct temperatures
• Carrying out inspection of structures and void spaces
Entry standards: Hold an STCW Basic Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations certificate and completed a minimum of three months
approved seagoing service on liquefied gas tankers or completed at least one month of approved onboard training
on liquefied gas tankers plus carried out the required number of cargo operations.
Guidelines: STCW Table A-V/1-2-2, The ISM Code, IMO Model Course 1.05
Certification: Attendance certificate upon successful completion of assessments

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LIQUIFIED CARGO
OPERATIONS (LICOS) LNG
8
Target audience: This course is aimed at operational level Deck and Engine Officers due to join an LNG tanker.
Course content: Practical exercises structured around the procedures and operation of the cargo and ballast installation of an LNG
tanker.
• Make a safer and more effective contribution to the operation and control of the cargo and ballast
installation of a LNG tanker.
• Improve ship safety and provide greater protection of the environment.
Entry standards: STCW Basic Gas Tanker Certification. Participants are recommended to hold an Advanced Gas Tanker certificate.
Guidelines: IMO Model course 1.36, SIGTTO LNG Shipping – Suggested competency standards
Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments
Certification: Attendance certificate on successful completion of assessments
Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus, Maritime Training Centre India and Maritime Training Centre Poland

Address: Siafi Str. 7, 3042 Limassol, Cyprus | Phone: +357 25 817 807
Email: cy-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE INDIA: BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE POLAND:
Address: Ground Floor, MariApps House, Block No. 9, Smartcity Kochi SEZ Address: 27 Jana z Kolna Str. 81-354 Gdynia, Poland
Kanayannoor, Kakkanad, Ernakulam – 682 030 Phone: +48 58 6611661 | Email: pl-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
T:+91 986 752 6430 | Email: gurpreet.singh@bs-shipmanagement.com
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LIQUIFIED CARGO
OPERATIONS (LICOS) LPG
10
Target audience: This course is aimed at Officers (Deck and Engineering) due to join an LPG tanker.
Course content: Familiarisation Special Operations and Procedures

• Ship type simulation • Tank atmosphere evaluation
• Tank arrangement of the simulated liquefied • Cargo ventilation system
petroleum gas tanker • Reliquefaction system and control of boil-off
• Cargo containment system • Procedure for changing cargo and tank cleaning
• Pipeline arrangement • Use of inert gas
• Pipe system control valves • Draining and stripping procedures
• Pumps, compressors and reliquefaction plant • Gas freeing
• Instrumentation and auxiliary system
Cargo Operations
• Controls
• Basic operations and procedures • General cargo handling provisions
• Cargo measurement and calculation
Ballast Operations • Cargo condition maintenance on passage and in port
• General provisions • Procedure for preparation for loading cargo
• Ballasting • Procedure for preparation for unloading cargo
• Deballasting
Entry standards: The candidates are expected to have undertaken specialised gas tanker training course.
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Simulator – L3 Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Carrier - Fully
Refrigerated model).
Guidelines: IMO Model Course 1.35 LPG Tanker Cargo & Ballast Handling Simulator 2007 Ed
Certification: Attendance certificate on successful completion of assessments
Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus and Maritime Training Centre Poland
BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS: BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE POLAND:
Address: Siafi Str. 7, 3042 Limassol, Cyprus | Phone: +357 25 817 807 Address: 27 Jana z Kolna Str. 81-354 Gdynia, Poland
Email: cy-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com Phone: +48 58 6611661 | Email: pl-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
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LNG TANKER OPERATIONS
MANAGEMENT LEVEL SIGTTO
(LICOS)
12
Target audience: This course is aimed at qualified Gas Engineers, operational level Deck and Engine Officers prior to promotion to
management level and for all Officers and personnel on board LNG carriers, specifically aimed at those who will be
responsible for the safe planning and execution of operations related to the cargo.
Course content: • Simulator-based exercise of dry dock to dry dock voyage cycle
• Practical application and management of full range of cargo operations
• Construction and operation of cargo containing systems and cargo handling equipment
• Utilisation of safety and protective systems and equipment
• Application of international and industry regulations and guidelines
• Identifying and dealing with emergencies
This course follows the syllabus set out by SIGTTO LNG competence standard (second edition 2008) at
Management level. The course is approved by DNV as meeting the requirements of the industry recognised
SIGTTO LNG competence standard.
Entry standards: Three months sea service on a gas tanker and hold a STCW Advanced Gas Tanker certification.
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Simulator – G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (ME-GI, DFDE
and Steam Turbine models)
Guidelines: IMO Model course 1.36, SIGTTO LNG Shipping – Suggested Competency Standards
Certification: Attendance certificate uppon successful completion of assessments
Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus, Maritime Training Centre Poland and Maritime Training Centre India

Address: Siafi Str. 7, 3042 Limassol, Cyprus | Phone: +357 25 817 807
Email: cy-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE INDIA:
BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE POLAND: Address: Ground Floor, MariApps House, Block No. 9, Smartcity Kochi SEZ
Address: 27 Jana z Kolna Str. 81-354 Gdynia, Poland Kanayannoor, Kakkanad, Ernakulam – 682 030
Phone: +48 58 6611661 | Email: pl-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com T: +91 986 752 6430 | Email: gurpreet.singh@bs-shipmanagement.com
13
BSM BASIC LNG CARGO
OPERATIONS
14
Target audience: The course is aimed at Junior Officers due to join an LNG tanker and focuses on practical exercises structured
around the procedures and operation of the cargo and ballast systems.
Course content: The course covers the knowledge, understanding and proficiency required to allow safer and more effective
contribution to the operation and control of the cargo and ballast installation of an LNG tanker.
It is in line with recognised industry requirements and procedures, including how to:
• Safely carry out cargo and ballast operations

• Apply BSM’s Safety Management System, where appropriate
Entry standards: Junior Officers and Ratings hold a Basic Liquified Gas Tanker Operations certificate
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Simulator – G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (ME-GI, DFDE
and Steam Turbine models)
Guidelines: IMO Model Course 1.36, The ISM Code
Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessment
This course can be delivered as a client specific course and would be made bespoke according to individual
company processes and procedures or delivered as a generic course using BSM procedures as example of best
practice.
15
BSM MANAGEMENT OF LNG
CARGO OPERATIONS
16
Target audience: This course is aimed at Gas Engineers and Junior Officers prior to promotion to Senior Officer.
Course content: The course focuses on practical exercises structured around planning, execution and monitoring of cargo handling
operations on an LNG tanker. This includes:
• Safely carry out cargo operations

• Manage cargo handling operations
• Manage shipboard teams
• Apply mandatory regulations and industry standards
Entry standards: Holder of STCW Advanced Gas Tanker certificate and six months sea service on an LNG tanker.
Guidelines: The ISM Code
This course can be delivered as a client specific course and would be made bespoke according to individual company
processes and procedures or delivered as a generic course using BSM procedures as example of best practice.
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BSM MANAGEMENT OF
NON-STANDARD LNG CARGO
OPERATIONS
18
Target audience: This course is aimed at Senior Officers and Cargo Officers and focuses on practical aspects of non-standard cargo
operations governing LNG ship operations from dry dock to dry dock.
Course content: Covers the competency, safety and knowledge requirements covered in the SIGTTO standards for LNG ships. The
course is conducted using an LNG software simulation package and presentations covering procedures, regulations
and principles of LNG ship operations. This includes:
• Detection, identification and response to non-standard occurrences, failures or breakdowns related to

cargo handling operations
• Hazards of cargo equipment failures
• Emergency procedures
• Safety measures and failure prevention
• Handling of cargo critical equipment
• Implementation of the Safety Management System requirements
Entry standards: Holder of STCW Advanced Gas Tanker certificate and 12 months sea service on an LNG tanker.
Guidelines: The ISM Code
Certification: Attendance certificate uppo successful completion of assessments.
This course can be delivered as a client specific course and would be made bespoke according to individual company
processes and procedures or delivered as a generic course using BSM procedures as example of best practice.

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BASIC TRAINING FOR SERVICE
ON SHIPS SUBJECT TO THE IGF
CODE (STCW)
20
Target audience: This course is aimed at all seafarers with designated safety responsibilities and duties associated with the care and
responding to emergencies in relation to LNG and other low flashpoint fuels onboard ships subject to the IGF Code.
This course is mandatory for all seafarers with designated safety duties associated with the care and use of fuel and
fuel systems on vessels associated with the IGF Code.
Course content: • Contribute to the safe operation of a ship subject to the IGF Code
• Take precautions to prevent hazards on a ship subject to the IGF Code
• Apply occupational health and safety precautions and measures
• Respond to emergencies
• Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment from the release of fuels found on ships
subject to the IGF Code
Entry standards: All relevant crew on vessels covered by the IGF Code as above. Completion of a Tanker Fire Fighting Course (as per
administration issuing certification). No prior special sea service is required. Seafarers already holding the Basic Gas
Tanker Operations certificate are exempted attending this course.
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Bunkering Simulator – G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator
(Pressurized Type-C and Membrane models)
Teaching methods: Classroom lecture, videos, various examples, simulated bunkering exercises
Guidelines: STCW Table A-V/3-1. Information published by the Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel (SGMF)

Certification: Attendance certificate leading to STCW certification

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ADVANCED TRAINING FOR
SERVICE ON SHIPS SUBJECT
TO THE IGF CODE (STCW)
22
Target audience: This course is aimed at Masters, Engineering Officers and any personnel who have an immediate responsibility for
making decisions with respect to the handling of fuels subject to the IGF Code, and for the care and use of fuel
and fuel systems on vessels associated with the IGF Code.This course complies with the UK Merchant Navy Training
Board (MNTB) requirements and SGMF guidance.
Course content: • Understand the care of, storage and handling of LNG as a fuel
• Understand the effects of cryogenic substances on the vessel and equipment
• Safe operation when handling, transferring or bunkering LNG
• Identify the Custody Transfer document
• Interaction with bunker vessels or trucks
• Identify the process of bunkering LNG and the Person In Charge (PIC or POAC)
• Deal with various emergencies
• Protect and prevent hazards
• Environmental aspects of LNG
Entry standards: Completion of a Basic IGF Code course under STCW. Minimum of one month approved sea service on vessels subject
to the IGF Code and minimum of three bunkering operations of fuels covered by the IGF Code, two of which may
be replaced by approved simulator training on bunkering operations.
Facilities: Classroom, Videos, Gas Bunkering Simulator – G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator
(Pressurized Type-C and Membrane models)
Teaching methods: Classroom lecture, videos, various examples, simulated bunkering exercises
Guidelines: STCW Regulation V/3.8 and Table A-V/3-2. Society for Gas as a Marine Fuel (SGMF)
Certification: Attendance certificate leading to STCW certification.

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CHINA
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Zhang Jiang, Pu Dong Shanghai, China
T. +86 21 610 613 47
cn-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
CYPRUS
7, Siafi Str. 3042 Limassol,
Cyprus
T. +357 25 817 807
cy-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
PHILIPINES
BSM House, 1965 Leon Guinto Street, Malate
1004, Manila, Philippines
T. +63 2 851 656 36
ph-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
INDIA
Ground Floor, MariApps House,
Block No. 9, Smartcity Kochi SEZ,
Kanayannoor, Kakkanad
Ernakulam – 682 030
T:+91 986 752 6430
in-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
POLAND
27 Jana z Kolna Str. 81-354
Gdynia, Poland
T. +48 58 6611661
pl-mtc-man@bs-shipmanagement.com
mtc.bs-shipmanagement.com

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LIQUID CARGO

04 BASIC LIQUIFIED GAS

06 ADVANCED LIQUIFIED GAS

• Identify types of gas carriers and their general arrangement

Course duration: 5 days

Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate upon successful completion of assessments

Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

Course content: • Gas Tanker design, systems and equipment

Course duration: 5 days

Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate upon successful completion of assessments

Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

Course content: Familiarisation Special Operations and Procedures

Course duration: 3 days

Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate on successful completion of assessments

Course duration: 5 days

Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate uppon successful completion of assessments

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

• Safely carry out cargo and ballast operations

Guidelines: IMO Model Course 1.36, The ISM Code

Course duration: 5 days

Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessment

Certification: Attendance certificate uppon successful completion of assessments

• Safely carry out cargo operations

Guidelines: The ISM Code

Course duration: 3 days

Assessment: Knowledge and Practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate uppon successful completion of assessments

• Detection, identification and response to non-standard occurrences, failures or breakdowns related to

Guidelines: The ISM Code

Course duration: 3 days

Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate uppo successful completion of assessments.

Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

Course duration: 2 days

Certification: Attendance certificate leading to STCW certification

Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

Course duration: 5 days

Assessment: Knowledge and practical assessments

Certification: Attendance certificate leading to STCW certification.

Venue: Maritime Training Centre Cyprus

BSM MARITIME TRAINING CENTRE CYPRUS:

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